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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1996-07-31, Page 1Sports Local coach receives 3-M award. See page 6 Happy 150th! For a special look at Hibbert's history, we've published a souvenir edition. See inside Close -Up Para -rescue specialist from Seaforth honcktred at RCAF museum. See page 5 Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 — Seaforth, Ontario Hot Line tells you if it's safe to swim at beaches i1. you're wondering if it's safe to swim at vario s Lakc Huron hcachcs following heavy rain, you can now call the Huron County 'Health Unit's Beach Water Quality Hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 482-3416 and asking for the Water Quality line or pressing *501 (star - 5-0-1) on a touch tone phone. The hotline will provide a list t,f beaches that have been permanently posted with signs indicating temporary pollution with elevated levels of E. coli bacteria. E. coli is generally found in animal and human wastes and is used as an indicator for water quality of recreational bathing areas, according to the health unit's press release. Health Risks Health risks from swim- ming in contaminated waters range from stomach aches, diarrhea and vomiting, to infections of the skin, ear and cyc.-The risk is high if swim- mers accidentally swallow water or completely dunk their heads. states the press release. Posted Beaches The following beaches have been posted. as.of July 19, with signs .advising of -possi- ble high E. coli bacterial lev- els following rainstorms for up to three days: Amberly, Ashfield Twp., Port Albert, Main Beach - Godcrich, St. Christopher's Beach Goderich, The Cove Beach - Godcrich, Black's Point, Bayfield. Stanley Twp., St. Josephs, Hay Twp. and Port 131ake. Causes of Contamination Untreated or partially treat- ed sewage from municipal treatment plants can end up in natural waters during peri- ods of heavy rains when the capacity of the plant is exceeded: This raises the bac- terial count to an unsafe level and makes waters unsafe for human contact. according to the Huron County Health Unit. Some sewage never reaches a treatment plant and empties directly into natural waters. Both of these situations can cause high levels of E. coli bacteria. • In rural areas. agricultural run-off and faulty septic sys- tems are two of the main cul- pr,ts responsible for polluting beach water with fecal mat- ter. You Can Help "ll you're interested in ensuring future generations can enjoy swimming in a nat- ural environment. remember that fertilizers and animal excrement can f'nd their way into the storm sewers. Usc fertilizers sparingly. Pet own- ers should stoop and scoop. Rural property owners can help by keeping fences in good repair to prevent live- stock from roaming freely in creeks and rivers. Septic sys- tems should he well main- tained." • For additional information call Klaus Seeger or Bob Worsen at the Huron County .Health unit at 482-3416. A July 31, 1996 — 75 Cents Plus GST PHOTO BY DAVID SCOTT BALLOON MADNESS - It was balloon madness at the Seaforth BIA's Moonlight Madness on Main Street Friday night whenballoons with prizes inside were released from the top floor of the post office to dozens of eager kids below. Pictured here is the seven to 12 age group. The six and under group had a chance at the balloons before. More photos inside. Dublin Summer Fun cancelled: victim of shortage in funding BY MICHELE GREENE SSP News Staff A long running tradition in Dublin fell victim to a shortage of funding and the "thankless" nature of orga- nizing it, said Ernie Fleming of the Dublin & District Lions Club and the chairperson of Dublin Summer Fun. For over 10 years, the Dublin Summer Fun day camp provided activities for children at affprdable rates for parents while school was closed for the season. In fact, the parents of some of last year's campers attended Dublin Summer Fun themselves as children, said Fleming. "The Lions club doesn't have the money to fund it," he said simply. The camp was funded by Lions' fundraising activi- ties and registration fees. Fleming said the club's mistake was not charging enough money for registra- tion. In its early ye chil- dren could attend &tamp for six weeks for just $35. Last year, the, fee for six weeks was $ I00 and aver- aged about 35 children. Fleming said the costs of buying supplies, paying the supervisor and two leaders as well as unemployment insurance and Canada pen- sion premiums quickly ate up the $3,500 in revenue. "The money was raised frpm people in the commu- nity and we turned around and put itbackinto the community. But, we should have been charging $50 or $60 per week. If you start charging that much money, people go elsewhere," he said. "Some of the parents said to raise it more," he contin- ued. "But there are other things involved. It's the thankless part that turns you off:' Fleming irate parents contacted 3ZI to complhin about the Program or for not hiring leaders from Dublin. He even received an angry, anonymous letter from a parent criticizing him for not choosing Dublin people for the job. So far, one parent con- tacted Fleming to express disappointment thero- gram would not be offered this summer. Fleming said he has been told other par- ents are unhappy the Lions Club didn't run it but no one else has contacted him. "We put out a good pro- gram. We left it up to the leaders to make it creative and they did a good job," he raid. Happy birthday Hibbert! BY ANDY BADER SSP News Staff All roads will lead to, Dublin.this weekend, as the police village acts as host for the Township of Hibbert's Scsquicentennial,birthday bash. Sesquicentennial is 150, for. those who didn't know. In any event, the 150th birthday of the township will he celebrated this Civic holi- day weekend, as upwards of 2,000 people from across the continent arc expected to attend one or all of the many things planned. Led by the'efforts of literal- ly dozens of volunteers, including Organizing Committee Co-chairmen. And: MacLean and John Schoonderwoerd, this week- end promises a little some- thing for everyone. People from all across the region are invited to "Mingle ,& Mix in '96"—the official theme of the weekend celebration. The weekend kicks off with registration at' the Dublin Community Centre (pavilion) this Friday night at 6 p.m. One hour later, Hugh Ndrris will act as master of cere- moniesfor a homegrown Hitibcrt talent show, followed by the official opening cere- monies at 9 p.m. Nine Hibbert gentlemen have grown beards as part of their unique beard - growing contest, with the winners announced after things are officially opened. [illi�I r J A dance will follow to cap the first evening fun. A parade through the vil- lage of Dublin will take place Saturday morning at 11 a.m., kicking off an action packed day. A co-ed volleyball tour- nament is also planned, as is a children's program and activi- ties such as wagon rides and old-fashioned games. Displays—antique and other- wise—will also be present, as well as a hospitality tent where the homecoming head- TOh/ / J CO CT' ASO,111111.1, Y E Pik' quarters will he located as well as a souvenir stand. The draw for the beautiful signature quilt will take place at 4 p.m., as one lucky person will bring home more than 250 -signatures of family, friends and neighbors. A beef hA becue will take place from 5-7:30 p.m., followed by .a dance to the popular band Blackwater Draw from 9 p.m. on. An inter -denominational church service is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Sunday, fol- lowed by a pancake breakfast an hour later. Closing cere- monies, complete with fel- lowship, will begin at 2:30 p.m., ending what no doubt will be a successful weekend of mingling and mixing. kr ON A 77,74131, PHOTO BY ANDY BADER HANGING HIGH - Dale Cronin, below, strings a decorative banner in downtown Dublin last Friday afternoon in prepa- ration for the upcoming Hibbert Sesquicentennial weekend.